The narrative follows Shivani, a young woman whose life changes drastically after a car crash leaves her paralyzed. Overcoming years of struggle, she fights for respect, acceptance, and love, only to face further tragedy when a second accident claims her family. Despite these challenges, Shivani's determination leads her to advocate for the disabled, becoming a prominent accessibility consultant in India. Her story highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the pressing need for awareness regarding the difficulties faced by those with disabilities.
Currently ranked World No. 1 in women's doubles, Sania Mirza became an instant sensation when she won the Wimbledon Championships girls' doubles title at the age of sixteen. From 2003 until her retirement from the singles circuit in 2012, she was ranked by the Women's Tennis Association as India's top player, both in singles and doubles. A six-time Grand Slam champion, she notched up an incredible forty-one consecutive wins with her doubles partner, Martina Hingis, between August 2015 and February 2016. Ace against Odds is the story of this most iconic Indian player who beat incredible odds to get to the top of her sport. Sania writes with candour of the hardships along the way, of the physical and emotional trauma caused by injuries and medical procedures, of the friends and partners who became her mainstay along with her family, of the pressures of constant public scrutiny and, not least, the politics and heartbreaks that inevitably accompany success. Sania broke the rules, she spoke her mind, she pushed herself to the limit, she played for India fiercely and without care for how it might impact her rankings - she is and will continue to remain an inspiration long after she steps off the tennis courts.
Opportunities and Challenges During and After Slowdown
84pagine
3 ore di lettura
Exploring the impact of global financial crises, this book delves into how economic downturns affect national economies, particularly in the retail sector. It highlights the historical context of financial meltdowns across various countries and examines the current crisis originating in the U.S., which has led to inflation and economic slowdown. The narrative emphasizes the challenges faced by consumers and the retail industry while also identifying significant opportunities within the largely untapped organized retail market in India, presenting a nuanced view of growth amid adversity.
The book provides a comprehensive financial appraisal of ICICI Bank Ltd. and State Bank of India, utilizing key ratios prescribed by the Reserve Bank of India to evaluate their performance. Through comparative analysis, it reveals that both banks meet required standards and operate profitably. The use of graphs and statistical tools enhances the understanding of trends and concepts. Additionally, the book offers suggestions for improving bank performance, making it a valuable resource for researchers and academicians interested in banking performance analysis.
The book explores the evolution of Indian women's roles through history, emphasizing their journey towards empowerment amidst societal challenges. It highlights the impact of globalization, media, and technology on women's status, particularly in entrepreneurship. Featuring the success stories of 55 women entrepreneurs, it illustrates their ability to balance motherhood and business while addressing the obstacles they face. The narrative serves as both an inspiration and a guide, shedding light on the opportunities available for aspiring women entrepreneurs in India.
A Case Study of Steel and Petrochemicals Industry in India
192pagine
7 ore di lettura
The book explores performance measurement in organizations, emphasizing its role in assessing management effectiveness and stakeholder value. It highlights key definitions from Moullin and Kelvin regarding the importance of quantifying performance. The text advocates for the Economic Value Added (EVA) framework, developed by Stern Stewart & Company, as a superior alternative to traditional financial metrics, citing its reliability and resistance to manipulation through "creative accounting." This shift underscores the evolving landscape of corporate governance and performance evaluation.
The Conscious Pregnancy invites women (aspiring, expecting, or existing moms) to rethink the paradigm of pregnancy. Inspired by the traumatic and bittersweet birth of her first child, Shivani Gupta offers a spiritual and practical approach that empowers the modern-day woman to harness the power of conscious living, and prepares her for a transcendental pregnancy and Zen baby.
Der Wandel der Rolle indischer Frauen über Jahrhunderte wird eindrucksvoll beleuchtet, wobei der Einfluss von Globalisierung, Medien und Kultur hervorgehoben wird. Unternehmerinnen haben sich zu einer bedeutenden Kraft in der Wirtschaft entwickelt, indem sie erfolgreich ihre Rollen als Mütter und Geschäftsinhaberinnen vereinen. Das Buch präsentiert die inspirierenden Geschichten von 55 indischen Unternehmerinnen und thematisiert sowohl die Herausforderungen als auch die Chancen, die sie auf ihrem Weg begegnen. Es bietet Einblicke in ihre Erfolge und motiviert junge Talente, ihren eigenen Weg zu gehen.